Photo of Joseph E Parker - Balance Point Counseling, MSEd, LMHC, Counselor
Balance Point Counseling
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
At Balance Point Counseling, we strive to bring about balance and transformation to your life. Joseph Parker provides professional, evidenced based mental health services to individuals, couples, and families over the age of 13. Offering a collaborative and solution focused approach, Joe assists clients in gaining ownership, insight, and skills to address their concerns and to restore their life to balance. He has been practicing for over 15 years, specializing in depression, anxiety, couple's therapy, stress management, chronic pain issues, and has treated most other mental health conditions. Currently accepting New Clients!
At Balance Point Counseling, we strive to bring about balance and transformation to your life. Joseph Parker provides professional, evidenced based mental health services to individuals, couples, and families over the age of 13. Offering a collaborative and solution focused approach, Joe assists clients in gaining ownership, insight, and skills to address their concerns and to restore their life to balance. He has been practicing for over 15 years, specializing in depression, anxiety, couple's therapy, stress management, chronic pain issues, and has treated most other mental health conditions. Currently accepting New Clients!
(317) 967-9077 View (317) 967-9077
Photo of Will Johnston - Carmel Therapy & Wellness, MA, LMHC, LCAC, Counselor
Carmel Therapy & Wellness
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCAC
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
(317) 900-6109 View (317) 900-6109
Photo of Will Johnston, MA, LMHC, LCAC, Counselor
Will Johnston
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
(317) 900-6109 View (317) 900-6109
Photo of Louise Walker Loving Polansky, LCSW, LMHC, LCAC, MA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Louise Walker Loving Polansky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, LCAC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
My therapeutic focus is on helping clients identify and take responsibility for addressing issues ranging from minor life adjustment problems to serious mental health conditions based in brain chemistry deficits. Licensed as a clinical social worker since 1993, I have worked in the behavioral health field since 1979 in a variety of mental health and addictions-focused settings, including inpatient/hospital, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and educational programs. I also have an LMHC and an LCAC. I consider it an honor to work with clients courageous enough to ask for and accept help in meeting life's challenges.
My therapeutic focus is on helping clients identify and take responsibility for addressing issues ranging from minor life adjustment problems to serious mental health conditions based in brain chemistry deficits. Licensed as a clinical social worker since 1993, I have worked in the behavioral health field since 1979 in a variety of mental health and addictions-focused settings, including inpatient/hospital, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and educational programs. I also have an LMHC and an LCAC. I consider it an honor to work with clients courageous enough to ask for and accept help in meeting life's challenges.
(317) 730-2039 View (317) 730-2039
Photo of Lynn M Hynes, PhD, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Lynn M Hynes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
I work from a psychodynamic and interactive perspective to assist individuals, couples, and families to become more conscious of how their past experiences have shaped current relationships. Many clients are experiencing difficulties, challenges, psychological pain, and life transitions and wish to move into a more joyful, meaningful, and peaceful life. We work together to discover patterns and connections that can help lead to greater self-understanding so that we can understand ourselves in relationship to others.
I work from a psychodynamic and interactive perspective to assist individuals, couples, and families to become more conscious of how their past experiences have shaped current relationships. Many clients are experiencing difficulties, challenges, psychological pain, and life transitions and wish to move into a more joyful, meaningful, and peaceful life. We work together to discover patterns and connections that can help lead to greater self-understanding so that we can understand ourselves in relationship to others.
(317) 348-3984 View (317) 348-3984
Photo of Christin Collins, MS, LMHCA, Pre-Licensed Professional
Christin Collins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032  (Online Only)
Are you exhausted, struggling, longing for more, constantly committing to "get your life together?" Do you feel like you're constantly dropping loose ends and wonder how everyone else does it? Or are you overwhelmed, overstimulated, and overextended, jittery during the day and not sleeping at night? Has a moment in time caught you in its web and you are ready to become untangled? Are you "different" (LGBTQIA+, ethically non-monogamous, Pagan or pagan-friendly, etc.) and looking for a therapist who "gets it"? Whatever the journey has brought you, your courageous heart has led you here.
Are you exhausted, struggling, longing for more, constantly committing to "get your life together?" Do you feel like you're constantly dropping loose ends and wonder how everyone else does it? Or are you overwhelmed, overstimulated, and overextended, jittery during the day and not sleeping at night? Has a moment in time caught you in its web and you are ready to become untangled? Are you "different" (LGBTQIA+, ethically non-monogamous, Pagan or pagan-friendly, etc.) and looking for a therapist who "gets it"? Whatever the journey has brought you, your courageous heart has led you here.
(317) 516-0280 View (317) 516-0280
Photo of Laura Rudicle, MS, LMHCA, NCC, Counselor
Laura Rudicle
Counselor, MS, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
I believe that all individuals are experts on their own life and that the therapist is simply an aid in that journey. I use a holistic perspective that includes the mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. My approach is inviting, warm, and accepting, with an emphasis on being curious and reflective. I help individuals examine their life path and how previous experiences influence their current life. I work with young adults and adults. I am a trauma specialist who has extensive training in helping our minds and bodies fully move on from events in the past and live the life we want in the present.
I believe that all individuals are experts on their own life and that the therapist is simply an aid in that journey. I use a holistic perspective that includes the mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. My approach is inviting, warm, and accepting, with an emphasis on being curious and reflective. I help individuals examine their life path and how previous experiences influence their current life. I work with young adults and adults. I am a trauma specialist who has extensive training in helping our minds and bodies fully move on from events in the past and live the life we want in the present.
(317) 548-6529 View (317) 548-6529
Photo of Sai N Marakani, LMHC
Sai N Marakani
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032  (Online Only)
My clients may be grappling with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or navigating life transitions. They might be seeking guidance and support in overcoming past traumas, managing stress, or coping with grief and loss. Whatever their specific struggles, my goal is to provide them with the tools, insights, and empowerment they need to navigate their challenges and find healing. Ultimately, my clients seek therapy because they have a genuine desire for personal growth and transformation. They understand that therapy can serve as a catalyst for positive change.
My clients may be grappling with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or navigating life transitions. They might be seeking guidance and support in overcoming past traumas, managing stress, or coping with grief and loss. Whatever their specific struggles, my goal is to provide them with the tools, insights, and empowerment they need to navigate their challenges and find healing. Ultimately, my clients seek therapy because they have a genuine desire for personal growth and transformation. They understand that therapy can serve as a catalyst for positive change.
(317) 204-8146 View (317) 204-8146
Photo of Andrew Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Andrew Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
Not accepting new clients
A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Andrew received his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. He earned his AB degree from Wabash College and has a Bible Certificate from Puget Sound Christian College. Andrew works with individuals, couples, and families and has worked with the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, sexual abuse, relationship issues, and substance abuse. He has experience leading group therapy. While working with a wide range of clients, he particularly enjoys working with tween, teen, and adult males and couples.
A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Andrew received his Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. He earned his AB degree from Wabash College and has a Bible Certificate from Puget Sound Christian College. Andrew works with individuals, couples, and families and has worked with the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, sexual abuse, relationship issues, and substance abuse. He has experience leading group therapy. While working with a wide range of clients, he particularly enjoys working with tween, teen, and adult males and couples.
(805) 919-8613 View (805) 919-8613
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.